Board Operator (Part Time) - Dayton Radio

Dayton Radio; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Cox Media Group Dayton is seeking a part-time board operator/producer to manage live programming, run the radio board, and support on-air teams in Dayton, Ohio.

The candidate will handle live production, weather and news integration, and remote location operations while learning from industry professionals. This role emphasizes reliability, adaptability and strong problem-solving under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and able to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings and on-call shifts.
• Able to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and professional demeanor.
• Troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with radio board operation and on-air workflow.
• Experience with audio editing software (Adobe Audition) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Flawless technical execution (running the board) for live newscasts and shows.
• Multitask and stay highly organized during shifts.
• Monitor multiple sources for breaking news and weather alerts.
• Implement Emergency Alert System when needed.
• Assist anchors with breaking news and edit audio.
• Voice on-air traffic reports and anchor news.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Adaptable

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

On-air experience

Availability for weekends/evenings/on‑

Tools

Adobe Audition

Job description

Location:OH-Dayton

Job Title: Board Operator (Part Time) - Dayton Radio

Board Operator (Part Time) - Dayton Radio

Position Overview

Are you a self-starter and critical thinker who takes tremendous pride in a job well done? Do you love the radio business and have experience running a radio board? Are you ready to learn from the best in the industry while enhancing your on-air radio skills? If this sounds like you then Cox Media Group Dayton has an opening for a part-time radio board-operator/producer position on our industry award winning radio team.

The successful candidate will be an expert at multi-tasking, tech savvy and familiar with on air radio equipment. This is a critical job and during a shift, our board operator/producers are responsible for managing and monitoring our programming on air as well as providing engineering support for local & nationally syndicated talk shows serving tens of thousands of listeners every hour. This position will put you right in the middle of our fast-paced news environment where you will serve as the technical producer for live newscasts, as well as manage on-air breaking news and severe weather situations. To be successful you will thrive on being prepared, innovating workflows, multi-tasking during shows and when the situation demands it, you will have the ability to trouble-shoot issues under pressure while keeping your cool. Candidates should be able to run a radio board and feel confident on air while they gain valuable airtime and industry experience learning with the best in the business. This position reports to the Assistant Program Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Flawless technical execution (running the board) for live newscasts, syndicated talk shows, as well as, breaking news and severe weather events
• Must be able to multitask and be very well organized
• Monitor multiple sources for breaking news, traffic problems and weather alerts
• Understanding and ability to implement Emergency Alert System
• Assisting anchors with breaking news/editing audio using Adobe Audition
• Voicing on air traffic reports
• Anchoring News
• Writing and voicing 3 big reports
• Screening and operating phone calls
• Voictracking for our music stations
• Uploading podcasts for local talk shows
• Working in conjunction with station on-air talent and station on-air clients, remote location equipment.
• Executing on air contests
• Valid driver’s license to drive to remotes & work Sports
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Reliability
• Willingness to learn
• Highly adaptable and professional
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• A commitment to high performance
• Weekend, evening & on call availability a must
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivator, troubleshooter
• Knowledge of editing software including Adobe Audition

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong computer, digital and social media expertise preferred
• Prefer 1-2 years of on-air and production experience

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 17 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. It's where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people.

At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our company's core Values – Teamwork, Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference.

CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.